The evacuations apply to those living between 702-720 Filbert Street, police said. Residents are asked to take their pets with them when they leave.
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The Red Cross will be assisting with resources at a not-yet-determined location.
Police reported the gas leak on Twitter just after 1 p.m.
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Oakland PD says the leak was caused by a car crashing into a gas line in what was a solo vehicle accident.
Further information is not available at this time.
Stay with ABC7 News for the latest details on this developing story.